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Gap year Peru

Amazing and surprising, varied and spectacular, ancient and modern, familiar and alien – Peru is all of these things and that makes for a rich gap year experience. Bordered by the Pacific, it’s sandwiched between arid coastal desert and teeming Amazon rainforest. An even starker contrast – running down the centre of the country is the Andes, among the world’s highest and most spectacular mountain ranges.

Adventure travel Peru

Peru has one of the greatest adventure travel destinations in the world in the shape of the lost city of Machu Picchu, high in the Andes. You can reach it by train, but to relive the romance, walk the famous Inca Trail. There are also the mysterious Nazca Lines, vast carvings in the landscape, and the floating islands of Lake Titicaca. If you want more than hiking, there’s rainforest trekking and surfing, too.

Student travel Peru

Peru is an inexpensive destination, but that’s not the only reason it’s good for student travel. If you want to experience a world far removed from your own, you’ll find a country haunted by the Inca civilisation and its Spanish conquerors, with colourful Latin-style Catholic tradition and reminders of the pagan past all around. It has a modern side, of course, but walk among the Inca remains of Cuzco, the onetime capital, venture to Chachapoyas, ancient city of the “people of the clouds” or Arequipa, the “White City”, and you’ll see that it’s not just the air that’s rarefied here.

Volunteer work Peru

There are lots of chances to give something back here in Peru, with volunteer work projects involving underprivileged or disabled children, as well as conservation work with river turtles on the Amazon.

7 Trips

Want to see Peru, but only got four weeks to spare? You're in luck Real Gappers, not only is our Peru Experience completely awesome, but it'll show you the highlights of the country in just 28 days! Lend a hand on one of our fantastic community volunteer projects in Cusco, stay with island communities on Lake Titicaca and visit one of the world's wonders, 'Mr Inca himself'- the awe inspiring Machu Picchu!

Travel to South America and get ready for the ultimate adventure on this journey from the Andean heights of Ecuador, through Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina and Uruguay, and ending in the vibrancy of Brazil. Explore the Amazon Jungle, trek the Inca Trail, take a 4x4 through Salar de Uyuni, enjoy a hacienda homestay and visit Foz do Iguazu, the gateway to the mighty Iguazu Falls. Discover the beats of the samba, salsa and tango, get off the beaten track, visit diverse and amazing natural wonders and collect a lifetime of memories on this truly epic adventure. With plenty of free time and a do-it-yourself approach, this is the perfect way to discover South America.

Become a Peru volunteer and get involved in some amazing community volunteer projects, helping to take care of some of the most disadvantaged children in the lovely town of Cusco, near the world famous Machu Picchu – a definite must see during your time off!

Study Spanish in Peru on this brilliant programme. You can 'aprender español' in record time, with experienced teachers, small classes and lots of opportunities to practise. Activities such as tours of Cusco, cooking lessons, dance classes and parties make it even more fun. This is absolutely the best way to kick off your time in South America with our 4 weeks culture and language experience. It's an exciting way to learn the language, experience the local culture and make new friends.

Retrace the steps of one of the most fascinating civilisations in history. Follow Inca traditions and history from Cusco, through the fertile Sacred Valley and then hike to the ultimate Peruvian icon, magnificent Machu Picchu. Get a taste for Peru stunning natural beauty and discover colourful traditions that still remain during this action filled active adventure.

One of the Peru volunteer opportunities available to you, is this massively rewarding project that involves helping wash, feed and look after children with mental and physical disabilities, and, if you wish, getting involved in their lessons. Great whether you have care experience or just want to make them smile.

Visit Peru and discover its highlights from Lima to Cuzco on an exciting journey that encompasses modern cities and ancient worlds. Explore Peru's lush Amazon Jungle, the epic Lake Titicaca and the vast Colca Canyon. Enjoy local homestays, hike the famed Inca Trail and be immersed in fascinating Peruvian culture while discovering its history buried deep within the walls of lost cities.